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CREDITS PUBLISHER Calibe Thompson BRAND STRATEGY David I. Muir BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Allison Hunte EDITOR Sonia Morgan ART DIRECTOR Daryl Nagil Vladan Dojcinovic

CULTURE 4.

Strike the Iron

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Eat Like An Islander

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Food for Snacks or Beauty Hacks

HEALTH & BEAUTY

INSPIRATION 22.

The Man Behind the Brand INVEST

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Venture Catalyst

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Bekim Betoni Rauseo Sonia Morgan Monique McIntosh Cynthia Verna Shelly Ann Parkinson Calibe Thompson Ghenete Wright Muir Melanie Reffes David I. Muir CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS David I. Muir Richard Lecoin Jennifer Hillstead Michael Pisarri Lucky Frog Michael Herb ON THE COVER: The Culinary Issue A warm plate of chicken tortillas represents the fiery flavors of the Caribbean’s culinary landscape. On the feature page: Chef Cindy Hutson’s breadfruit tacos offer an even more unique take.

STYLE & DESIGN 30.

Global, Modern Eclectic

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With This Ring

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Famous Foodies

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The List

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Restaurant Review: Yarumba Restaurant & Lounge

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Recipes: Dominican Sancocho and Mangu

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Restaurant Listing

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INGREDIENTS 1 lb stew beef (ďŹ&#x201A;ank, chuck or round) 1 lb goat meat 1 lb pork sausage (longaniza) 1 lb pork for stewing (belly or chump end) 1 lb chicken 1 lb pork ribs 1 lb bones from a smoked ham Juice of two limes 1 tsp chopped cilantro or parsley ½ tsp powdered oregano 1 tbsp mashed garlic 1½ tsp salt 4 tbsp canola oil 2.5 quarts water ½ lb white yam cut into 1 pieces ½ lb calabaza squash cut into 1 pieces ½ lb malanga (coco) cut into 1 pieces 3 unripe plantains, 2 cut into 1 pieces ½ lb cassava cut into 1 pieces 2 corn cobs cut into ½â&#x20AC;? slices (optional) INSTRUCTIONS 1. Cut all the meat into bite-size pieces.

2. Rinse all the meat, except for the pork sausage, with lime juice.

3. Place all the meat, except for the pork sausage, into bowls, and season with coriander, oregano, garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt, ensuring all pieces are coated with the spices.

4. Cover and refrigerate for at least half an hour to marinate.

5. Heat oil over medium heat in a large pot and add the beef, stirring until browned.

6. Cover and let simmer for 10 minutes.

7. Add a few tablespoons of water if it looks dry, to prevent burning.

8. Add the pork and simmer for 15 minutes, adjusting water if necessary.

9. Add the rest of the meat to the pot, except for the chicken, and simmer for 15 minutes. Keep adding water as needed.

10. Add the chicken and simmer for 5 minutes.

11. Add 2 quarts of water to the pot and bring to a boil.

12. Add the yam, calabaza, malanga, and the two cut plantains.

13. Simmer, covered, for 15 minutes.

14. Grate the remaining plantain to make it into a pulp, and add to the pot.

15. Add all remaining ingredients, except for the salt.

16. Simmer until all ingredients are cooked through, adding water as it evaporates, and stirring frequently.

17. Season with salt, to taste.

18. Serve hot with white rice, slices of avocado, and ďŹ nish with hot sauce.

DOMINICAN MANGU INGREDIENTS 3 green plantains 1 qt water 1/4 cup olive oil 1 cup sliced, white onion 1 1/2 tbsp salt 1 cup sliced, anaheim peppers

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place the plantains and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, and cook 20 minutes, until plantains are tender but slightly ďŹ rm. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the liquid. Cool plantains, and peel.

2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion until tender.

3. In a bowl, mash the plantains with the reserved liquid and salt.

Transfer to a food processor, mix in the peppers, and puree. Serve the pureed plantain mixture topped with the onions.

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CALENDAR JUNE 6/2 THE TASTE THE ISLANDS EXPERIENCE WHERE: 7KH )RUW /DXGHUGDOH +LVWRULFDO 6RFLHW\ )RUW /DXGHUGDOH ADMISSION: INFO: WWLH[SHULHQFH FRP Enjoy Authentic Sights and Sounds of the Caribbean, Celebrity Cooking Demos, An Artisan Shopping Village, Live Music and more.

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6/22 - 6/24 CARIBBEAN VILLAGE WHERE: /DXGHUKLOO 6SRUWV 3DUN /DXGHUKLOO ADMISSION: INFO: FDULEEHDQYLOODJH QHW A blend of Caribbean food, music and culture culminating with a stage show.

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